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CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO invites applications for the position of:
Special Projects Manager
(Contract)
An Equal Opportunity Employer
SALARY: Hourly $38.21 - $47.75
Biweekly $3,057.00 - $3,820.00
Monthly $6,623.50 - $8,276.67
Annually $79,482.00 - $99,320.00
OPENING DATE: 11/21/19 CLOSING DATE: 11/21/19 10:00 AM
JOB
DESCRIPTION:
This is a contract position with limited benefits through June 30,
2020.
JOB SUMMARY: Performs a variety of project management assignments for moderate-to-
large policy and communications-related City efforts with high visibility
and community involvement. Incumbents in this position are provided a
broad range of assignments and generally include the most difficult or
complex work efforts which offer opportunities for initiative and
independent judgment. The position assists the Departments with
planning, development, management and implementation of program
initiatives and specific special projects. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS: This single-position class develops and implements a wide variety of
programs for the benefit of the existing and future residents of the City.
The primary purpose of this position is to research, propose, and upon
approval, launch initiatives or policies, transferring ongoing monitoring,
maintenance, or updating to another staff member, department, or entity.
Incumbents are accountable for formulating policy for approval,
developing goals and objectives, and are assigned a high degree of
administrative discretion in their execution. Responsibilities include
representing the City in a variety of public forums, developing constructive
community relationships with a variety of diverse interest groups, and
building consensus regarding policy initiatives.
SUPERVISION:SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: The project manager receives general direction from a Department Head
or Deputy Director within a framework of broad policies and established
organizational values and processes. While no direct supervision is
assigned to this position, indirect supervision and mentoring of interns,
professional, and office support staff may be involved in day-to-day
activities.
EXAMPLES OF
DUTIES:
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed
examples include all tasks that may be found in positions of this class.)
Plans, organizes, develops and manages through project launch
complex and varied program specific special projects, often with
City-wide impact.
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Coordinates the activities of personnel involved in the development
and implementation of special projects.
Assists in the definition of project scope and objectives.
Develops the operating budget for program specific special projects.
Performs departmental and citywide program specific organizational,
operational, financial, and policy analysis; prepares narrative and
statistical reports to support recommendations; implements policy
and procedural changes after approval.
Conducts complex studies and prepares a variety of reports,
correspondence, policies, procedures, ordinances, grant applications,
agreements and other written materials.
Meets with community groups, neighborhood, civic and business
organizations, and members of the public.
Represents the department or City on committees and task forces as
assigned.
Represents the department or City at public hearings and makes
public presentations; may represent the department or City in
contacts with the media.
Analyzes state law and regulations to ensure program compliance.
Prepares and negotiates contracts and amendments.
Performs related duties similar to the above in scope and function as
required.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of:
Relationships between local, state and federal governments, public
interest groups and private enterprise as they affect and interact
with the City.
Principles of planning, project management, public administration,
organization, and management.
Methods of performing complex administrative, organizational and
procedural analyses.
Basic municipal budgetary principles and practices.
Detailed organizational and functional structure of City government
Principles of long-range financial planning and financing methods
and practices of local governments.
Local, state and federal laws, regulations and procedures affecting
functions of the City.
General understanding of the framework of land use policies and
related fiscal implications.
Standard office practices and procedures, including the use of
standard office equipment and computer applications related to the
work.
Techniques for effectively representing the City in contacts with
governmental agencies, community groups and various business,
professional, regulatory and legislative organizations.
Techniques for making effective public presentations.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to public
and City staff, in person and over the telephone.
Ability to:
Identify and respond to community and City Council issues, concerns
and needs.
Independently research, analyze and make effective
recommendations on administrative, management, budgetary and
fiscal practices, procedures and problems.
Research, compile and analyze statistical and other complex data.
Write complex reports in a logical, comprehensive, concise manner.
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Prioritize workload efficiently and manage multiple projects, without
direct instruction, to meet deadlines under changing conditions.
Use tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within
general policy and legal guidelines.
Effectively communicate in both oral and written forms.
Prepare and present both concise and comprehensive oral and
written reports.
Acquire subject matter expertise in program specific special projects.
Initiate and develop efficient, cost-effective policies.
Collaborate with a variety of diverse interest groups in reaching a
consensus for the betterment of the community; establish and
maintain effective working relations with those contacted in the
course of work.
Develop and refine the scope of the program in response to evolving
organizational and community context.
Work in a team atmosphere and participating on a variety of
departmental and City-wide committees to enhance the provision of
all City services. Work in a standard office setting, to use standard
office equipment, including a computer, and to move between
various office and City locations; lift and carry office materials
weighing up to ten pounds; read printed materials and a computer
screen; and hear and speak to communicate in person, over the
telephone, and before groups.
Work occasional evening or off-shift hours.
TYPICAL
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's
degree in public or business administration, or related field; and Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in public
administration or management involving high profile public contact
assignments and developing and managing complex projects requiring the
use of effective analytical and organizational skills. or Any equivalent combination of education or experience. POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF:
A valid California class C driver's license and a satisfactory driving
record.
Professional Project Manager certification is desirable.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.slocity.org
Job #FY2019-2020-043
SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER (CONTRACT)
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An Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act,
persons desiring a reasonable accommodation to compete in the recruitment process must contact the Human Resources
office prior to the final filing deadline; by email or calling the office at 1 (805) 781-7254, or the California Relay Service
and Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf at 1 (800) 735-2929.
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Special Projects Manager (Contract) Supplemental Questionnaire
*1.Where did you learn of this opening?
Job Interest Card Notification from NeoGov/Government Jobs Professional Association Job Board SLOJobs.com LinkedIn.com City Employee Referral Other Personal Referral Craigslist.com GovernmentJobs.com Directly from www.slocity.org - City of San Luis Obispo Website Other *2.Conditions of Employment: Before date of hire, applicant may be required to pass a
physical examination and will be required to: submit proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal right
to remain and work in the U.S., submit proof of age, and be fingerprinted as part of a
background investigation. Do you agree with these conditions of employment?
* Required Question